Step Three: A practical plan. Once you have better
understanding of the causes, make practical plans to improve the situation,
e.g. counter boredom with ...., avoid risky situations by ... Please
see how the youth is trapped with marketing.

Step Four: Communicate. Establish and maintain
communication. Create a routine for talking. Not only is his avoidance of
these sessions an indicator to you, but it also is an opportunity for you to
demonstrate your open-mindedness in understanding, helping and supporting
him in the difficult issues in his life. Refrain from judging. He needs to
know that you are his support in issues that are good or bad.

Step Five: Seek help. Not only is it a sign of
maturity, but you and your child will be motivated by realising that you are
not unique in your difficult circumstances. If you feel you are out of your
depth, contact us or any of the supporting
organisations.

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Peer Pressure. You can also consider
to test your child for drug abuse as a method of checking on his behaviour. This
opens the opportunity for the child to decline abuse opportunities in the group
by mentioning that he will be tested. This arrangement may be for real or not.

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